Coconut Chai Hot Chocolate
A few days ago I was talking to my mom and she mentioned that the past few days had felt… Read more
How to make Gujarati Masala Chai with Lemongrass
In India, guests are known as “emissaries of god,” they drop by any time they want without warning. When they… Read more
Bombay Halwa (Karachi Halwa)
It’s national pistachio day! How exciting is that? Pistachios are wind pollinated as opposed to bee pollinated. Did you know… Read more
Indian Style Boiled Peanuts
Our dear friends M and V are expecting a little baby boy soon. We drove up to Redlands for their… Read more
Whole Roasted Tandoori Cauliflower with Cilantro Onion Chutney
Cauliflower is by far the most cooked vegetable in our house. I roast it, steam it, fry it, mash it,… Read more
A Guide to Indian Dal, Lentils, Beans, and Pulses
So many different Indian foods are made with lentils. From kichidi (simple rice and lentils) to soups, flat breads and… Read more
Amaranth Brittle (Rajgira ni Chikki)
It’s almost time for Uttrayan (the kite festival). Last year I wrote all about my childhood memories of kite fighting… Read more
Movie Review: Kai Po Che! (on Netflix Instant)
The Bollywood system is quite powerful and moneyed, often relying on old formulas for the movies it produces for a… Read more
Curry Caramel Truffles with Himalayan Pink Salt and a Giveaway
Do you want to ensure you’ll have a happy and prosperous year? Then start off the new year with something… Read more
Gluten-Free Rose Mini Cakes with White Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
When my mom came back from India this year, along with all the clothes, jewelry and spices, she brought back… Read more
Gluten-Free Millet Flat Bread (Bajri no Rotlo)
I remember the first time I tasted a rotlo. I was about 5. My family had just moved back to… Read more
Nigella Roasted Potatoes
Indian food all over the country is so varied that in spite of spending much of my childhood in India,… Read more